Artwork

Chevalier

Chevalier, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960
Chevalier, by Marie-Louise Carven, 1960

Chevalier is a drawing by Marie-Louise Carven. It dates from 1960 and is held in the collection of the Palais Galliera - Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris.

About this work

Overview

Chevalier is a drawing created around 1960, attributed to Marie-Louise Carven, a French fashion designer. The work is part of the Museum of Ethnography's collection.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a woman in formal attire, wearing a black dress, jewelry, and high heels, suggesting an elegant occasion. Her hairstyle is styled in an updo, adding to the overall sense of sophistication.

Technique & Style

The drawing combines realistic and stylized elements, characteristic of Carven's fashion illustrations. The woman is rendered against a light beige background, with attention to detail in her clothing and accessories.

Artist & collection

Portrait of Marie-Louise Carven

Artist

Marie-Louise Carven

Marie-Louise Carven (31 August 1909 – 8 June 2015), born Carmen de Tommaso, was a French fashion designer who founded the house of Carven in 1945.